What would be important for someone to know about working with you?
I like to be myself which makes it possible for the people I work with to be themselves!
How do you determine therapy goals with clients? What does that process look like?
First and foremost I like to establish repoire with the people I work with. I then establish goals usually in the first session, and clarify within the next session.
What is your style/approach to therapy?
My approach to therapy is the notion that people have the answers, but there are stressors, fears, other blocks to having the access to those answers they seek to have.
Specialties
Anxiety
Anxiety can mean nervousness, worry, or self-doubt. Anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder that entails excessive, repeated bouts of worry, anxiety, and/or fear.
Addiction
Regular involvement with a substance or activity in a compulsive, hard to control way that often has harmful consequences. Often refers to substance use, but can include compulsive behaviors such as sex, gambling, or shopping.
Anger management
It's normal to experience anger at times, but for some, it becomes so frequent, intense, or difficult to control that it negatively affects their life. Anger management is a structured therapeutic approach toward reducing one’s anger to a point where more appropriate coping and/or conflict management skills are used. Beliefs and thoughts leading toward anger outbursts are explored while healthy coping and interpersonal skills are put into practice.
Codependency
Involves a person sacrificing their needs to meet the needs of others. Their thoughts and actions center on a significant other, spouse, friend, or relative. Becomes an issue when relationships are unbalanced and unhealthy.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD is a condition that is precipitated by a perceived terrifying event. This event need not occur directly to the person but may happen vicariously—having seen something terrible happen to another person. The condition may last months or years while symptoms include ruminating thoughts, flashbacks, nightmares, intense anxiety when triggered, and potential substance abuse in attempt to cope.
General Expertise
Depression
Depression often causes people to feel sad, empty, or hopeless, and can cause a lack of interest in life. It can also affect a person's thinking patterns and physical health.
Work Stress
Workplace issues are a common source of stress and can include interpersonal conflict, communication problems, gossip, harassment, discrimination, low motivation and job satisfaction, performance issues, and poor job fit.
Relationship Issues
Refers relationship issues with a partner or spouse. Can include issues related to relationship distress, relationship satisfaction, communication, intimacy, etc.
Loss/Grief
Grief is a reaction to an emotionally significant loss and often comes with symptoms of depression or anxiety. These symptoms can remain intense and last for a long time after a loss, making it difficult to move forward with a healthy lifestyle.
Self-Esteem
Self-esteem is the degree to which a person feels confident, valuable, and worthy of respect. Feeling low self-esteem can influence overall well-being and be linked to anxiety and/or depression.
Fees
$90
First Session
$90
Individual Therapy
Types of Therapy
Individual Session
Clientele
Parents
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-65)
Seniors (65+)
Adolescents (13-17)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Practices
Strength Based Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Gestalt Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Training / Certifications
Trauma Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Licensure
GA, LCSW, CSW006815
Education
University of Cincinnati, School of Social Work
Work History
Hello I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker currently licensed in the state of Georgia. I have been in practice in this profession since 2014. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting concerns, PTSD, OCD, anger and stress management, and addictions (just to name a few). I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. Modes of therapy include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, motivational interviewing, etc. My counseling style is warm and interactive, matching the pace of my client. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels; We are not labels, we are human! My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our time together and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Location
1000 Duluth Highway, Lawrenceville, 30043, GA